Economist Salary in Chicago, IL

6 certified H-1B filings

According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Economist in Chicago is $134,262 — 10% above the national median of $121,514.

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$134,262
Average
$80,557
Min Est.
$241,671
Max Est.
6
Filings

Top Employers for Economist in Chicago

CompanyAvg. SalaryFilings
RCF Economic & Financial Consulting, Inc. $68,785 2
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago $181,500 2
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Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Updated: Q1 FY2025.